POSCO International and Korea Southern Power have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to advance domestic LNG bunkering services, with operations expected to begin in 2027. Korea Southern Power, which introduced LNG fueled vessels Nambu 1 and Nambu 2 in 2023, has until now sourced fuel from overseas locations, including Singapore, due to limited competitiveness
South Asia Gateway Terminals (SAGT) has taken a significant step forward in its journey towards decarbonisation with the successful installation of a 460kW rooftop solar panel array at its administrative facility. This milestone project, completed within the 2024/25 financial year, reinforces the company’s commitment to achieving net-zero carbon emissions and increasing its reliance on renewable
A new project involving Associated British Ports (ABP), PuriFire Energy, Shoreham Port, Newcastle University, the Offshore Renewable Energy (ORE) Catapult, and other partners will work towards a trial of green methanol production technology. According to ABP, the initiative will assess the viability, environmental impact, and cost-effectiveness of PuriFire’s process in supporting the decarbonization of the
India’s maritime sector is expected to attract investments worth about ₹80 lakh crore, generate over 1.5 crore jobs, and advance the adoption of green shipping practices in the coming years, according to Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal. “India’s maritime growth story is about prosperity, sustainability, and pride in our heritage. Under
Accelleron has released its first maritime decarbonization report during London International Shipping Week (LISW25), urging the shipping industry to work with other hard-to-abate sectors to create sufficient demand for carbon-neutral fuels. The report, titled Deadlock: What’s Stopping Shipping’s Carbon-Neutral Fuel Transition?, argues that while efficiency measures such as vessel retrofits and digital solutions could enable
Heysham Port is set to become the first location in the United Kingdom to provide berth-side shore power for shipping, marking the start of a green shipping corridor between Northern Ireland and Great Britain. Installation will begin in September 2025, with the first plug available that year and full expansion to four plugs across all
The Maritime Just Transition Task Force (MJTTF) has unveiled the industry’s first training frameworks to support the safe operation of ships powered by alternative fuels such as ammonia, methanol, and hydrogen. Formed at COP26 by the International Chamber of Shipping (ICS), the International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF), the United Nations Global Compact, the International Labour
The Switch, a supplier of permanent magnet shaft generators, has reached its 500th order, a milestone reflecting the growing adoption of energy-efficient power solutions in shipping. “Reaching 500 orders is a milestone not just for The Switch, but for the shipping industry as a whole,” said Jussi Puranen, Product Line Director for Electric Machines. “Every
Bolt.Earth, India’s largest EV charging network, today announced the successful deployment of over 1,00,000 electric vehicle (EV) chargers across the country. Spread across more than 1,800 towns and cities, this milestone marks a significant step in strengthening India’s EV charging infrastructure and accelerating the nation’s shift towards clean, inclusive mobility. The company’s charging network includes a wide mix
Turkish shipbuilder Sanmar has launched what is described as the world’s first large purpose-built dual-fuel methanol escort tug for KOTUG Canada, a joint venture between KOTUG International and Horizon Maritime of Canada. The vessel is the first of two methanol-powered tugs that will support the Trans Mountain Expansion Project (TMEP). Their primary role will be